Expert Tip - The elegant half moon is a classic manicure dating back to the late 1930s and 40s. Highlighting the lunula, or half moon, was a way to demonstrate the health of the nail, and the fashionable nature of the wearer. This is the perfect look for a bride who appreciates the classics and wants a subtle step up from the everyday mani for her special day.

Start with a single coat of a neutral shade. I used Zoya "Kennedy" to mask the nail line and create a perfect foundation for the rest of the look. Continue by painting the half moon with an ivory creme polish like ORLY "Powder Puff." Allow to dry. Using a light hand, spread a single coat of a sheer wash of pink. Here, I used the classic Essie shade, "Mademoiselle." To keep the look soft, apply satin finish topcoat like Zoya's "Naked Manicure Satin Seal Topcoat."

ORLY Powder Puff, $8.50 - Jeff Pink, the creator of ORLY, also created the original French manicure. What better way to update the French mani than with a nod to its originator!